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Marijuana Decriminalization Working in Portugal
A new Time article entitled, “Drugs in Portugal: Did Decriminalization Work?” examines the practical theory of how decriminalization and use, when applied to a society properly, can have resounding success; and that is exactly what is being praised for the country of Portugal. First, let me explain the Portugal model and put it into perspective. [...]
Charlie Lynch on Reason.tv
Hot off the press! The production by reason.tv, “A Way Out, Lynch Sentencing Update”, provides new interviews with Charlie and illustrates the frustration between everyone involved in the trial and the federal government. On April 23, 2009 a federal judge postponed the sentencing of Charlie Lynch, the man at the center of the nation’s debate [...]
Look Inside of a Medical Marijuana Dispensary
It’s not every day that main stream America has an opportunity to look inside of a thriving Medical Marijuana Dispensary in California. In fact, for most of the population, it’s a completely foreign idea. For prohibitionist reefer madness types, it’s WAR on the youth of America! For the sick, it’s a place to obtain medicine. [...]
Duo associated with Prince of Pot plead GUILTY!
This morning the Seattle Times reports and Marc Emery’s own Cannabis Culture Magazine report, A pair from Vancouver, B.C., pleaded guilty in Seattle’s federal court today in a marijuana-manufacturing operation. The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Seattle said Michelle Rainey, 38, and Gregory Keith Williams, 54, voluntarily appeared in Seattle to resolve charges stemming from a [...]
Man busted for pot after falling asleep stoned behind police car
Sometimes one really should say NO to another toke, especially if one is driving directly behind a police car. On Tuesday, April 21, 2009, Steven B. Clarke, 21, fell asleep directly behind a police car at a busy interception after toking on some Ganja. He apparently woke up after Police spotlighted him through his window [...]
New Satellite Can Track Pot Smokers From Space
DATELINE:NEW_YORK — A new satellite went into orbit today in a new front on the War on Drugs. The satellite is called NARCO (Nick All Reefer COld) and it is expected to shock marijuana smokers out of the habit. NARCO can instantly detect any burning cannabis in the world. Police departments are preparing for mass [...]
Derek Copp will have his day in court
Derek Copp’s roommate, Conor Michael Bardallis, appeared in Hudsonville District Court this morning and waived his right to a probable cause hearing on a charge of delivery of marijuana. Bardallis, 21, is accused of selling 3 grams of pot to an undercover officer in February for $50. He and Copp, both Grand Valley State University [...]
Grade School Children Selling Marijuana!
Two pupils, aged 10 and 11, have been caught dealing marijuana at school. They were arrested after police said they were caught conducting a marijuana deal at school. The incident happened at Brookview Elementary in Warren, Indiana. A school spokesman said a student told school officials he saw a classmate sell a “marijuana-like substance” to [...]
Michigan: First 150 medical marijuana cards are issued
The Michigan Department of Community Health has issued its first set of medical marijuana registration cards. Department spokesman James McCurtis said Thursday about 150 cards have been distributed. The registration cards allow patients to legally possess and use marijuana under a new state law approved by voters last year. Patients can apply for the cards [...]